Supply of Sealing Lead Strips for Pakistan Security Printing Corporation Karachi

This procurement opportunity is for the supply of sealing lead strips at Pakistan Security Printing Corporation in Karachi, Sindh. The department requires high-quality lead strips as per the attached picture and sample available at PSPC reception. This tender is categorized under construction and civil works materials, focusing on specialized sealing components essential for security printing operations. The scope involves delivering 1000 units initially, followed by another 1000 units after two months, all to be supplied at the PSPC facility located at Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Karachi. The lead strips must meet the technical specifications and quality standards outlined in the bidding documents. The procurement will be conducted through a national single stage-one envelope method using the EPADS v2.0 online portal, ensuring transparency and efficiency. Bidders must comply with the Public Procurement Rules 2004, maintain valid PEC registration, and be on the Active Taxpayers List (ATL) for the fiscal year 2025-26. The tender requires submission of bid security in the form of pay order or bank guarantee. The contract will be awarded based on Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) criteria. Vendors should ensure their registration on EPADS v2.0 before the bid submission deadline. The submission deadline is set for 11:00 AM on April 6, 2026, with bid opening scheduled at 11:30 AM the same day. Bids must be submitted electronically via EPADS v2.0; manual submissions will not be accepted. The physical bid security must be delivered to the PSPC office at Jinnah Avenue, Malir Halt, Karachi before the deadline. The address for correspondence and submission is clearly stated in the tender documents. Pro-Tip: Make sure to register early on EPADS v2.0 and upload all required documents correctly. Pay special attention to the bid security submission process, as failure to submit the original bid security physically before the deadline will lead to disqualification. Also, review the tender specifications carefully to avoid any non-compliance that could result in rejection.